Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy secured Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen's support for Hyderabad 4.0, boosting the city's tech ambitions and global growth potential.

Chief Minister of Telangana A. Revanth Reddy recently led a delegation to Palo Alto, California, for a high-profile meeting with Shantanu Narayen, the CEO of Adobe Systems (ADBE: NASDAQ). This meeting was a pivotal moment in their U.S. visit as they sought to garner support for Telangana's ambitious Hyderabad 4.0 project.

Project Hyderabad 4.0 will benefit from enhanced technological investments and strategic partnerships and strengthen the city’s commitment to becoming a global center of excellence in digital transformation and smart technology solutions.

Support for Hyderabad 4.0 Vision

During the meeting, Narayen supported the Hyderabad 4.0 vision. This initiative aims to establish the Young India Skill University and develop an AI-centric urban environment. His endorsement is seen as a significant boost for the project, given his influential position in Silicon Valley and deep connections with Telangana. The Chief Minister appreciated his receptiveness and proactive agreement to support the vision.

Emotional Significance for Chief Minister

The encounter with Narayen was deeply emotional for Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, who recognized Narayen as one of Hyderabad's most illustrious sons. Reddy lauded Narayen as a respected tech visionary and a source of inspiration in the global tech world. The connection between Narayen and Telangana is particularly meaningful, as he is an alumnus of Osmania University College of Engineering, where he was recently honored as a distinguished alumnus.

Narayen’s Ties to Telangana

Narayen's ties to Telangana are well-established. He completed his schooling at Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, before earning his Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Osmania University. His subsequent success in the U.S. has made him a notable figure who maintains close connections with his roots in Telangana.

Broader U.S. Visit

The Telangana delegation’s visit to the U.S. was part of a broader effort to attract investments and facilitate international partnerships. Before they met with Narayen, the delegation had visited New York and Texas and toured Apple Inc.'s headquarters in Cupertino. This strategic support is set to accelerate Hyderabad’s journey towards becoming a global hub for digital innovation and smart technology. As Hyderabad 4.0 moves forward, the combined efforts of local leadership and industry giants promise to drive substantial growth and position the city at the forefront of technological advancement.